Excellent
#61 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 3% in state
Cougar Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
4630 167TH AVE SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#61 of 2,228
In Bellevue
#4 of 29
public schools
In district
#4 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Cougar Ridge Elementary
Cougar Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Bellevue, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Cougar Ridge Elementary serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Cougar Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Cougar Ridge Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Cougar Ridge Elementary — Students at Cougar Ridge Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Cougar Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Cougar Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4630 167TH AVE SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cougar Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Spiritridge Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Phantom Lake Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$197,344
Median Home Value
$1,233,500
Median Rent
$2,869/mo
Population
40,770
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
42.3
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| Adams Elementary School Seattle, WA | 9.2 |
| Asotin Elementary Asotin, WA | 9.2 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Vancouver, WA | 9.2 |
| Cascade Ridge Elementary Sammamish, WA | 9.2 |
| Discovery Elementary School Gig Harbor, WA | 9.2 |
| Dorothy Fox Camas, WA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cougar Ridge Elementary
What grades does Cougar Ridge Elementary serve?
Cougar Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cougar Ridge Elementary?
Cougar Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cougar Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cougar Ridge Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cougar Ridge Elementary rank in WA?
Cougar Ridge Elementary ranks #61 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Cougar Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cougar Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cougar Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cougar Ridge Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cougar Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Cougar Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cougar Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cougar Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cougar Ridge Elementary?
10.5% of students at Cougar Ridge Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (425) 837-7300
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #4 of 30
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